A sweet C++ MeetUp at King - mobile gaming creators behind Candy Crush and more!

Join us on Thursday, May 25th, at King's office - mobile gaming creators behind Candy Crush, Farm Heroes and more! We will delve into the captivating space of C++ development.

Immerse yourself in the world of gaming as we explore the intersection of cutting-edge technology and imaginative storytelling!

Location: King's Barcelona office - 16th Floor - C/ de la Ciutat de Granada, 150, 08018 Barcelona

The plan is:

18.30 - 18.45 : Welcome

Upon arrival, immerse yourself in the exciting atmosphere of King. Chit chat with fellow gaming enthusiasts, developers, and industry professionals, and collect some sweet swag.

18.45 - 19.15 : 1st Talk - Modern C++ In The Fiction Factory Engine

Lucio Asnaghi (King's Associate Tech Director) will take us on a journey into how modern C++ is empowering King's Game Engine to produce and deliver live games to millions of players every day.

We will dive deep into some of the underlying principles and techniques of modern C++ and explore how they are utilized in the Fiction Factory Engine. We will highlight some key features and advantages of modern C++ in the context of game and tools development that can enhance code readability, maintainability, productivity and performance.

Throughout the talk, we will provide practical examples and real-world use cases to illustrate the benefits of modern C++ in game engine and tools development.

19.15 - 19.30 : Q&A with Lucio

19.30 - 20.00 : 2nd Talk - Rust for C++ Developers

Giorgio Zoppi, the founder of this MeetUp group, will explore the similarities, differences, and unique features of Rust, a modern programming language, and its relevance to C++ developers. Gain valuable insights into how Rust can enhance and complement your existing C++ skills, enabling you to write safer, more efficient, and concurrent code. Whether you're a seasoned C++ developer or simply curious about exploring new horizons, this talk promises to inspire and broaden your programming perspective.

20.00 - 20.15 : Q&A with Giorgio

20.15 - 21.00 : Pizza & empanadas & soft drinks

Don't miss the opportunity to connect with Kingsters and other like-minded individuals, foster collaborations, and immerse yourself in innovation. Mark your calendars for Thursday, May 25th, and secure your spot at this exclusive MeetUp event! To RSVP, please confirm your attendance at this event page until the 24th of May!

PLEASE MAKE SURE TO BRING A FORM OF ID WITH YOU (DNI, NIE, OR PASSPORT)!

We look forward to meeting you!

A little bit about us...

At King, we’re Making the World Playful. Heard of Candy Crush? We’re the creators behind it. But we aren’t just crushing it with candies, we’re also behind Farm Heroes, Bubble Witch, Pet Rescue and loads of other sweet games.

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